Job Details

• Contract type: Fixed-term contract
• Job Function: Manufacturing
• Job Location: Glasgow
• Country/Region: United Kingdom
• Full time/Part Time: Not Applicable
• Estimated Experience: Not Applicable
• Job Level: Non manager
• Job Requisition ID: 619

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden], part of Remy-Cointreau, is a progressive distillery on Islay, known for innovative single malts and The Botanist gin. They are B Corp certified and committed to sustainability.

Position Overview

As Packaging Technologist, you will be responsible for the development, introduction and ongoing management of all aspects of packaging across the portfolio, for new and existing products. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Champion the NPD gate process on all aspects of packaging development (Innovation, Renovation and Optimization)
• Lead NPD meetings
• Support brand technically in the design process to identify and mitigate risks
• Build and maintain accurate project timelines
• Support the bottling team for efficient packaging design
• Source and implement sustainable packaging solutions
• Oversee artwork creation
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships
• Create and manage packaging specifications/samples
• Create bottling instructions and lead bottling trials
• Implement project evaluation and optimization projects for sustainability, COGS, quality, etc.
• Liaise with key stakeholders including Marketing, Remy-Cointreau, Suppliers, Procurement, Operations, Quality

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in a packaging development role
• Excellent knowledge of packaging materials
• Proven understanding and delivery of NPD, packaging optimization and renovation projects
• Passion for reducing environmental impact and sustainable solutions
• Understanding of bottling, supply chain, and procurement processes
• Full understanding of product and packaging design development processes
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and influence at all levels
• Excellent organisational skills
• Creativity, innovation, problem-solving capability
• Packaging qualification is desirable

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel as required
• Driving license (not essential)

How to Apply

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